7 dating profile photos that don’t cut the mustard

When countryside dating with Muddy Matches, we ask that singles upload a clear, close up, head and shoulders shot as their main profile photo. Why? Because, we know that more than 60% of online daters in the UK are wary of engaging with profiles when they can’t easily see a face. Whilst many folk happily… Continue reading 7 dating profile photos that don’t cut the mustard

10 reasons why a Christmas market is made for love

Singles that choose to online date on Muddy Matches regularly mention a fondness for vintage fayres, craft markets, farmers markets, and artisan products in their dating profiles. With the festive period upon us, Christmas markets, with their fairy lights, wooden huts and authentic aromas of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts, are the in-thing again for… Continue reading 10 reasons why a Christmas market is made for love

Soak up the benefits of dating in the rain

It may well feel like we have endured the wettest spring summer in living history, and repeatedly getting caught out in the countryside in a sudden shower has put a real dampener on things – but think again. Experts are saying that getting outside when it rains is good for both your mind and soul,… Continue reading Soak up the benefits of dating in the rain

The language of love needn’t be so lewd.

Muddy Matches has long been a respectful place to meet and match with likeminded mud lovers. It’s a place where traditional values matter. However, we have started to see a few too many folk sail a little too close to the wind when it comes to the decency standards we expect in dating profiles of… Continue reading The language of love needn’t be so lewd.

Linda meets her muddy match in double quick time

Sometimes finding a ‘needle in a haystack’ happens much quicker than you expect. Just ask Linda. 80% muddy and ‘happiest in jeans and wellies walking the dogs’, Linda started countryside dating with Muddy Matches in December 2023. She hoped to unearth a fellow mud lover ‘happy with their lot in life’, ideally for a coffee… Continue reading Linda meets her muddy match in double quick time

Beef farmer meets and marries his muddy match

January usually brings flocks of success stories and updates from newly matched countryside couples, fresh into their fledgling relationship and keen to us know they recently connected. Not Wiltshire beef farmer – and land agent – Olly. Olly’s update has taken a little longer to reach us: 15 years since he posted his profile on… Continue reading Beef farmer meets and marries his muddy match

Kevin (43) meets a match to ‘build something real with.’

Self titled ‘cheeky chap’ – and dad of 2 – Kevin joined Muddy Matches in October 2022, looking to connect with someone ‘to build something real with’. Now he has been back in touch with us to confirm he has flown the online dating nest with a new lady in tow, and the pair are… Continue reading Kevin (43) meets a match to ‘build something real with.’

10 rural dating resolutions for countryside dating in 2024

Are you looking to change your dating stars, and give your love life a welcome January jumpstart in 2024, but you’re not sure whee to start? At Muddy Matches, our first dating advice blog of the New Year takes a look at 10 rural resolutions – with country credentials at heart – that you can… Continue reading 10 rural dating resolutions for countryside dating in 2024

Sometimes muddy love can land in your lap – Thomas (61)

It was great to hear from 61-year-old Thomas, who took the opportunity to update the Muddy Matches customer care team on his successful connection. “The lady I have started a relationship with I met on your site. Could not be better at moment, very similar interests and live 5 mile from each other.“ Thomas is… Continue reading Sometimes muddy love can land in your lap – Thomas (61)